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Mechanical Design Engineer
Job Posted: 14 minutes ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Contract
Location: Cannock, Staffordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Cannock
Term: 12 Months
Hourly Rate: £DOE
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Key Skills: Mechanical Design, Engineering, SolidWorks, CAD, Mechanical, Enclosures, Shock, Thermal
Join a team where cutting-edge innovation meets mission-critical impact. If you're motivated by solving intricate engineering challenges and contributing to products used by allied navies worldwide, this is your opportunity to make a tangible difference.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer Contractor with strong expertise in complex enclosure design to support our growing engineering team. You'll work within integrated product teams and collaborate closely with specialists across mechanical, electrical, systems and electro-mechanical disciplines to develop high-performance mechanical solutions for cutting-edge defence products.
This role is ideal for engineers who thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy variety, and want to contribute across the full product lifecycle-from concept generation to final delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Create high-quality mechanical models using CAD tools
Contribute to all stages of product design and development
Apply mechanical engineering expertise to support new business opportunities
Work closely with cross-discipline teams to develop robust, innovative solutions
Champion engineering excellence and best practice across the organisationExperience & Qualifications
Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering
Broad technical understanding, including systems, electrical, electro-mechanical or rotating machinery
Strong experience with manufacturing methods for electrical enclosures (fabrications, castings, welding, machining, corrosion protection)
Proficient in SolidWorks
Good knowledge of materials and design lifecycle processes (gated phases, design reviews)
Experience designing to stringent requirements, including shock, EMC and thermal constraints
Excellent communication and collaboration skillsYou'll be part of a team that welcomes new ways of working and empowers people to excel in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
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